Manchester Storm vs Belfast Giants at AO Arena
Watch Manchester Storm take on Belfast Giants in an electric ice hockey clash at the AO Arena this October. This is elite-level professional hockey action, where speed, skill and physicality collide on the ice – it's the perfect Sunday afternoon for sports fans wanting something different from the usual football fix. Storm's home games always draw passionate crowds, and the rivalry with Belfast makes this fixture genuinely compelling.
The AO Arena sits right in the heart of Castlefield, Manchester's historic neighbourhood packed with Victorian warehouses, independent bars and restaurants. It's one of the UK's premier indoor venues, hosting everything from concerts to boxing, so you know the facilities and atmosphere will be top-notch. The location makes it dead convenient – you can grab a pre-match bite or post-game drink without venturing far.
The 14:30 kick-off is a brilliant slot if you're planning a full day out in the city centre. Get there early to soak in the pre-match build-up and secure parking or use the tram – Deansgate-Castlefield station is practically on your doorstep. Expect an intense, fast-paced game with proper entertainment value; ice hockey's one of those sports that translates brilliantly to live viewing, with the crowd energy making all the difference.
